Plant Manager - Kentwood Area

Plant Manager - Kentwood Area Plant Manager | Kentwood, MI Salary Range: $135,000 - $186,000 depending on experience Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in manufacturing? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruitinggroup, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Kentwood seeking Plant Managers. We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out. The Opportunity We are collaborating with multiple companies in Kentwood seeking experienced Plant Managers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals. Key Responsibilities • Oversee all daily plant operations, including production, quality, maintenance, and safety. • Develop and implement operational strategies to achieve production targets, cost efficiencies, and quality standards. • Manage and mentor a diverse team of supervisors and employees, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies. • Optimize resource allocation, including labor, materials, and equipment, to maximize plant productivity and profitability. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as sales, engineering, and supply chain, to meet customer demands and drive product innovation. Recommended Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. • 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations. • Proven track record of improving production efficiency, quality, and safety. • Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. • Experience managing budgets, P&L, and capital projects. • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams. Bonus Qualifications • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or higher • Experience with a modern ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Infor) • PMP certification or demonstrated experience managing large projects • Bilingual proficiency, especially in Spanish Job Titles That Should Apply Operations Manager, Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Factory Manager, General Manager (Plant), Site Manager, Plant Operations Director, Production Operations Manager, Industrial Plant Manager, Manufacturing Operations Manager Why The Pivot Group Network The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement. Required Skills: Resume Safety Regulations Offers Lean Six Sigma Supply Chain Access Support Capital Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Operations ERP Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Accountability Recruiting Spanish Compensation Supply Continuous Improvement SAP Manufacturing Regulations Oracle Materials Administration Preparation Maintenance Engineering Business Leadership Sales Salary Package: $ 135,000.00 - 186,000.00 (US Dollar) Skills: Budget Management, Business Administration, Capital Project, Channel Strategies, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Cross-Functional, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Industrial Management, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Operations Management, Manufacturing Requirements, Mentoring, Multilingual, Operational Strategy, Operations, Operations Management, Operations Planning, Oracle, Oracle DBA (Database Administrator), Plant Management, Production Costing, Production Management, Productivity Management, Profit & Loss, Profit & Loss Management, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project/Program Management, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Resource Management, SAP, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Six Sigma, Six Sigma Certification, Six Sigma Green Belt, Supply Chain About the Company: the pivot group